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Texas May Be Rewriting the Rules for Transmission Costs. Is Your Strategy Ready?
A proposed ERCOT change could reshape how large energy users manage transmission costs.
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Texas May Be Rewriting the Rules for Transmission Costs. Is Your Strategy Ready?
A proposed ERCOT change could reshape how large energy users manage transmission costs.
Q2 Thought Leadership: The Hidden Cost of Summer
Explore how commercial buildings and hotels can reduce peak demand, strengthen energy strategy, and control rising summer energy costs.
Case Study: How a CAISO Aerospace & Defense Portfolio Saved $3.1M by Moving from Retail Supply to Direct Access
A 10-site aerospace & defense portfolio in CAISO moved from retail supply to Direct Access, saving $3.1M annually — roughly 8% of total energy spend. A Pilot Energy co-managed engagement case study.
Capacity Markets Explained: What They Are and Why They Affect Your Bill
Capacity markets pay generators to be available during peak demand. For C&I buyers, the capacity tag is often the largest controllable cost they aren't managing. How PJM, NYISO, ISO-NE, and ERCOT differ.
What to Do When Your Energy Contract Is Expiring
Start evaluating 6-12 months before expiration. Waiting until the last minute eliminates leverage, limits options, and almost always costs more. A step-by-step guide to running a competitive renewal process.
Energy Procurement Strategy for a 5 MW Manufacturing Facility
A 5 MW facility should use layered procurement: start indexed, hedge in 20-25% tranches at favorable pricing, keep 20-30% flexible. Saves $150K-$300K annually vs. a single-day fixed lock or unmanaged index.
